Meet Chiara Mietto, a current master's student at the University of Turku and an UTUambassador 2025-2026!
"Hi everyone!
I am Chiara from Italy, and I am doing a Master's in East Asian Studies with a focus on Mandarin. I did my BA in International Studies at Leiden University in the Netherlands, with a specialization in the East Asian Region and Mandarin. I have also studied abroad in BC, Canada, and in Shanghai, China.
I am very passionate about languages and East Asian politics, society, and history, which is why I decided to continue my academic path at the University of Turku, thus deepening my knowledge and skills on this fascinating and ever-changing Region! In addition to the program itself, I decided to come to Finland because of the renowned education system and the mesmerizing nature.
In the future, I am looking to work for an NGO or an international organization that has social welfare at its core, so as to positively contribute to our world.
Moreover, I will also keep following my passion for writing. Indeed, in 2025, I finally published my book on the complex but profound relationship between nature and human beings. This book is a coming-of-age fantasy, where imagination and reality merge, addressing timely themes such as environmental impact, war, and personal and spiritual growth.
I also created a website about creative writing, called Blue-Sky Spirit. My mission is to share stories, tips, and insights that encourage my readers to embrace their creative spirit by inspiring them to start writing their own unique stories. Life consists of exploring the endless possibilities that it entails, and so does writing.
If I captured your interest, you can follow my Instagram or check out my website, blue-sky-spirit.com.
And if you cannot find me online, you can always find me in church!"
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